How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_SEASON087 - &2 characteristics must be selected for assignment level &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_SEASON -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: &2 characteristics must be selected for assignment level &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_SEASON087 - &2 characteristics must be selected for assignment level &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_SEASON087 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when working with seasonal planning. This error indicates that certain characteristics must be selected for the assignment level you are trying to work with.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when you attempt to perform an operation (like creating or modifying a planning object) that requires specific characteristics to be selected, but those characteristics are either not selected or not available for the assignment level you are working with. This is often related to the configuration of the planning area or the characteristics defined for the planning object.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Assignment Level Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the planning area in SAP APO.
  Verify the assignment level settings to ensure that the required characteristics are defined and selected.
  
  
  
  Select Required Characteristics:
  
  Ensure that the characteristics mentioned in the error message are selected for the assignment level you are working with.
  You may need to adjust the configuration to include the necessary characteristics.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Object Structure:
  
  Check the planning object structure to ensure that it aligns with the requirements of the assignment level.
  Make sure that the characteristics are correctly assigned to the relevant planning object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the characteristics required for your assignment level.
  This can provide insights into what characteristics are mandatory and how to configure them.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the operation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC62 (for planning area configuration) and /SAPAPO/MC73 (for planning object structure) to navigate the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.